{"id":74109,"date":"2024-11-04T13:58:21","date_gmt":"2024-11-04T13:58:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/car-istmas\/"},"modified":"2025-12-02T09:51:43","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T09:51:43","slug":"car-istmas","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/car-istmas\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;Car-istmas&#8217; driving tips for the festive season"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"hero-sec\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Motor-Ombudsman-study-reveals-a-glimpse-of-\u2018Car-istmas.jpg');\">\r\n    <div class=\"container\">\r\n        <div class=\"row\">\r\n            <div class=\"col-md-12\">\r\n                <div class=\"text-box\">\r\n                                            <h6 class=\"text-white\">Driving Tips<\/h6>\r\n                    \r\n                                            <h1 class=\"text-white\">&#8216;Car-istmas&#8217; driving tips for the festive season<\/h1>\r\n                    \r\n                                            <p class=\"text-white\">The following tips have been designed to help motorists to plan ahead, and to allow a safer and smoother festive getaway.<\/p>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\n\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"faq-sec \" id=\"block_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n    <div class=\"container\">\r\n        <div class=\"row\">\r\n            <div class=\"col-md-12\">\r\n                <div class=\"faq-inner\">\r\n                    <div class=\"text-center text-box\">\r\n                        <h2><\/h2>\r\n                        <div class=\"mb-26\">\r\n                            <p style=\"text-align: left\">The holidays are a time for celebration, but they also bring busy roads and unpredictable weather conditions. Whether you\u2019re heading to visit family, delivering gifts, or simply enjoying a winter drive, safety should always come first. Our <strong>Car-istmas Driving Tips<\/strong> are here to help you prepare your vehicle, plan your journeys, and drive with confidence &#8211; so you can focus on what really matters: enjoying the season.<\/p>\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"policies-box\">\r\n                        <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item expanded\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d1\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse1\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/plus.svg\" class=\"plus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/minus.svg\" class=\"minus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                <\/span>\r\n                                                <div class=\"flex-1\">Check over your car before you drive<\/div>\r\n                                            <\/button>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                        <div id=\"collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse show\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d1\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3dblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>Before setting off, make sure all tyre pressures (which can often be found on the car\u2019s door frame or handbook), and fluids, such as the windscreen washer fluid, and oil, are topped up to recommended manufacturer levels, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/tyres\">tyre<\/a> tread depth is also above 3mm. It also advisable to carry a first aid and emergency kit (including blankets, water, and a torch).<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item \">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d2\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse2\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/plus.svg\" class=\"plus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/minus.svg\" class=\"minus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                <\/span>\r\n                                                <div class=\"flex-1\">Allow for extra time for traffic and diversions<\/div>\r\n                                            <\/button>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                        <div id=\"collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d2\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d2\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3dblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>The Christmas holiday getaway is synonymous with long queues and heavy traffic. If travelling during peak periods, leave time to navigate through any congestion hot spots, and possible diversions due to flooding, for example.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item \">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d3\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse3\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" 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       <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>If your car needs any ad hoc or routine maintenance so that it is fully roadworthy and legal, use The Motor Ombudsman\u2019s online <a href=\"https:\/\/businesses.themotorombudsman.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business Finder<\/a> to search for a local business that is committed to meeting the high standards of work and service, and delivering the best possible experience for motorists.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item \">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d4\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse4\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/plus.svg\" class=\"plus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/minus.svg\" class=\"minus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                <\/span>\r\n                                                <div class=\"flex-1\">Illuminate the way ahead<\/div>\r\n                                            <\/button>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                        <div id=\"collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d4\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d4\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3dblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>With shorter hours of sunlight, coupled with often more challenging driving conditions in the winter months, it is essential that all front and rear lights, including fog lamps, are working to their full potential, especially for periods of reduced visibility.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item \">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d5\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse5\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/plus.svg\" class=\"plus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/minus.svg\" class=\"minus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                <\/span>\r\n                                                <div class=\"flex-1\">Stay up to speed with the latest weather<\/div>\r\n                                            <\/button>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                        <div id=\"collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d5\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d5\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3dblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>Prior to getting behind the wheel, take a look at the latest weather forecast at the time of travel, and leave plenty of time to safely navigate any tricky weather conditions, such as snow, ice, fog, or heavy rain.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item \">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d6\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse6\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/plus.svg\" class=\"plus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/minus.svg\" class=\"minus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                <\/span>\r\n                                                <div class=\"flex-1\">Take regular breaks<\/div>\r\n                                            <\/button>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                        <div id=\"collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d6\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d6\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3dblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>Driving can be tiring, especially when travelling long distances with the added stress of being stuck in traffic. Taking regular breaks to stretch your legs and stay hydrated, plus, to help reduce fatigue, share the driving with others if they are insured and able to do so.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item \">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d7\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d7\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse7\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/plus.svg\" class=\"plus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/minus.svg\" class=\"minus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                <\/span>\r\n                                                <div class=\"flex-1\">Map out your journey<\/div>\r\n                                            <\/button>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                        <div id=\"collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d7\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d7\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3dblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>Spend time planning your journey, especially if you are looking to travel to new or unfamiliar areas. Ensure that all apps are up-to-date, smartphones are fully charged, and any software updates have been downloaded prior to the getaway. It can also be advisable to have a \u00a0physical road map to hand in case of any signal blackspots.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item \">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d8\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d8\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse8\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/plus.svg\" class=\"plus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/minus.svg\" class=\"minus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                <\/span>\r\n                                                <div class=\"flex-1\">Affordability is key<\/div>\r\n                                            <\/button>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                        <div id=\"collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d8\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3dblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>When going on any kind of break, it is important to work out the cost the travel and accommodation if travelling a long distance, and you are intending to make overnight stops along the way. There are also a number of handy website and apps that can provide a comparison for the cost of charging and fuel for any rest areas or towns that you may be passing through, as well as the price of accommodation depending on your budget.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"accordion-item \">\r\n                                        <div class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d9\">\r\n                                            <button class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d9\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse9\">\r\n                                                <span>\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/plus.svg\" class=\"plus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themotorombudsman.org\/wp-content\/themes\/understrap-child-1.2.0\/images\/minus.svg\" class=\"minus\" alt=\"\">\r\n                                                <\/span>\r\n                                                <div class=\"flex-1\">Stock up on snacks and entertainment<\/div>\r\n                                            <\/button>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                        <div id=\"collapseblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d9\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d9\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExampleblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3dblock_3b23fe15b9152163e564a20f92719d3d\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                                                <p>Especially if travelling with young children, take plenty of snacks and refreshments, as well as fully charged tablets or in-car games prior to departure, to help keep little ones busy. If you plan to purchase refreshments along the way, find out where the rest areas are if grabbing a grab a bite whilst refuelling or when parked up.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                                                    <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\n\n<section class=\"two-cols-simple-image\">\r\n    <div class=\"container\">\r\n        <div class=\"row\">\r\n            <div class=\"col-md-6 order-md-1 order-2\">\r\n                <div class=\"text-box about-text-wrapper py-md-4\">\r\n                    <h2>Winter Tyres<\/h2>\r\n                    <div class=\"description\">\r\n                        \n\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <ul>\r\n                                                    <li>\r\n             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